Oma's Ginger Snap Cookies Recipe – Gewürz-Plätzchen (2024)

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This easy ginger snap cookies recipe, akaGewürz-Plätzchen,has been a family favorite for years.It's one I made with my kids when there were young - easy and fun to make.

It's like a molasses cookie recipe but more gingery.This is one of those cookies that Omas will love to make with their grandkids ... making memories!

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Ginger Snaps (Gingersnaps) are made throughout the world ... with various recipes. Where this recipe below comes from, I'm not sure. It's been in our family for years. Not purely German, I don't think, but it's one we all love.

Have the kids help with these ... :)

This is one of those easy recipes for kids to help with.

I particularly like bringing math into any baking I do with my granddaughters. Either we half the recipe or double it. In this case, we may just half it because the whole recipe makes lots. With 7 - 8 dozen, there's lots to share.

Because of that, it's a great one to learn division with. Makes it fun to calculate ½ of ¾ cups molasses, but we even have fun with that!

It's also fun to try to find just the right glass to flatten the dough. We go through several crystal glasses and sugar bowls and dessert bowls to find just the right one that will leave a pretty impression on the cookie.

Since the dough needs to be chilled,I either make it ahead of time, or else I make the dough with by granddaughters.

Then we play some Wii together, and then finish the cookies!

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If it's Christmas, I'll make the full amount, sometimes even double it. The cookies disappear so quickly at this time of year, that this becomes an easy recipe that tastes so Christmas-y with the spices.

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Oma's Ginger Snap Cookies Recipe -Gewürz-Plätzchen

This easy ginger snap cookies recipe, aka Gewürz-Plätzchen, has been a family favorite for years. It's one I made with my kids when there were young.

It's like a molasses cookie recipe but more gingery. And, if you like ginger, then you really also need to make these German gingerbread cookies.

Prep Time

20 minutes + chill time

Bake Time

11 minutes

Total Time

31 minutes + chill time

Servings:

Makes 7 - 8 dozen

Ingredients:

  • ¾ cup shortening
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • ¾ cup molasses
  • 3 cups flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • ½ teaspoonground cloves
  • 1 teaspoonground ginger
  • 1 teaspoonground cinnamon
  • extra sugar (about ½ cup)

Instructions:

  1. Beat shortening until creamy.
  2. Add brown sugar, egg, and molasses.
  3. Mix together dry ingredients and add to sugar mixture. Blend together.
  4. Cover and chill dough.
  5. Shape into balls (about 1-inch diameter) and roll in granulated sugar.
  6. Place 2 inches apart on un-greased cookie sheets (or line with parchment paper)
  7. Flatten with bottom of glass (dip in sugar to keep dough from sticking).
  8. Bake at 350°F. for about 10 to 11 minutes.

Notes/Hints:

  • Use a glass with a "crystal cut-glass base" to make a pretty design on the top of the cookies.
  • For more gingery cookies, try these German gingerbread ones.

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Oma's Ginger Snap Cookies Recipe – Gewürz-Plätzchen (19)

Easy Ginger Snap Cookies made Just like Oma



By Oma Gerhild Fulson


Oma's Ginger Snap Cookies Recipe – Gewürz-Plätzchen (20)


Easy ginger snap cookies have been a family favorite for years. It's one I made as a child - easy and fun to make. Perfect to dunk into a glass of milk.


Ingredients: shortening,brown sugar,egg,molasses,flour,salt,baking soda,spices,

For the full recipe, scroll up ...

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FAQs

What are the side effects of ginger snap cookies? ›

Added Sugar

Eating 2 ounces of gingersnaps boosts your sugar intake by 11.3 grams, while gingerbread cookies contain 10.9 grams of sugar per serving. This sugar increases the level of acidity in your mouth, which dissolves the enamel covering your teeth and contributes to tooth decay.

What is the difference between gingerbread and ginger snaps? ›

Both are spiced cookies. The main differences are that gingersnaps are typically rolled into balls, while gingerbread is rolled out and cut into shapes. Gingersnaps are also baked slightly longer, which is where they get their snappy crispiness. Gingerbread is typically a little chewier.

Are ginger snaps healthier than other cookies? ›

The smaller, crispy gingersnaps are a plain, round cookie and a healthier choice when compared to other cookies because they are usually lower in calories. Ginger not only adds delicious flavor to food, but it's also full of nutrients. There are lots of different vitamins and minerals in ginger.

Why are ginger snap cookies so hard? ›

Here are several reasons why your ginger snap cookies might have turned out hard: Overbaking: Cookies can become hard if they are baked for too long. Make sure to bake these cookies for 20 minutes at 300 degrees F. Too little moisture: If you didn't add enough liquid to the dough, the cookies can become dry and hard.

Is too much ginger bad for the liver? ›

Fortunately, ginger is a food that has all the elements needed to prevent and treat liver problems. Experts suggest that ginger supplementation represents a new treatment strategy for NAFLD by improving the body's antioxidant activity, reducing inflammation and insulin resistance.

What are the side effects of eating ginger candy? ›

It is rare to have side effects from ginger. In high doses it may cause mild heartburn, diarrhea, and irritation of the mouth. You may be able to avoid some of the mild stomach side effects, such as belching, heartburn, or stomach upset, by taking ginger supplements in capsules or taking ginger with meals.

Are there benefits to eating ginger snaps? ›

They Offer Iron, Folate, Calcium and Vitamin E

Ginger snaps also contain 41 micrograms of folate, a nutrient essential for DNA production and to reduce the risk of certain birth defects. Those 41 micrograms are 10 percent of the 400 micrograms of folic acid healthy adults need each day.

What is another name for ginger snap cookies? ›

A gingersnap, ginger snap, ginger nut, or ginger biscuit is a biscuit flavored with ginger. Ginger snaps are flavored with powdered ginger and a variety of other spices, most commonly cinnamon, molasses and clove.

Why is ginger snaps so good? ›

Because it has some excellent suspense sequences and a rather high amount of blood and gore. The werewolf is really cool looking,the acting by two lead girls(Emily Perkins,Katharine Isabelle)is excellent and the direction is well-handled. "Ginger Snaps" is a pure horror film,that is to be taken seriously.

Can you eat too many ginger snaps? ›

Ginger is safe to eat daily, but experts recommend limiting yourself to 3 to 4 grams a day — stick to 1 gram daily if you're pregnant. Taking more than 6 grams of ginger a day has been proven to cause gastrointestinal issues such as reflux, heartburn and diarrhea.

Do ginger snaps help your stomach? ›

Ginger. Capsules of powdered ginger have been found to reduce nausea and vomiting. You could also try a cup of ginger tea, a glass of ginger ale (some people swear it works better if it's flat), a few gingersnap cookies, or a piece of ginger candy.

Are ginger snaps good for constipation? ›

Gott: My husband, age 77, has had constipation problems his whole life. He used your bran, prune juice and applesauce mix each morning for years with success. He was tired of it until he started eating eight to 10 gingersnaps with his coffee each morning. It is a pleasant change and works very well for him.

Why can't you buy ginger snaps in California? ›

It is based on a lawsuit in CA with regards to small amounts of lead found in the ginger. Some of the companies pulled the products in CA and do not sell them anymore. The lead is a naturally occurring element in the ground Ginger does absorb some of it. Although not nearly enough to have any affect on humans.

What is going on with Nabisco ginger snaps? ›

In announcing the settlement with the maker of Oreo and Chips Ahoy cookies, California Attorney General Kamala Harris on Friday said testing revealed that a serving of the ginger snaps contained lead levels up to nine times the threshold requiring a warning under California's Proposition 65.

Why did my ginger snap cookies go flat? ›

If you use too much butter, the cookies will end up flat and greasy. And if you use too little flour, the amount of butter and sugar will be proportionally too high, meaning the cookies will spread for the aforementioned reasons.

What happens if you eat too many ginger snaps? ›

Over-consumption can lead to diarrhea

Can you eat too much ginger? Yes, you can to the point where it leads to an upset tummy. The biggest side effect of ginger is that it tends to accelerate the passage of food and stool via the intestines, inviting restlessness and weakness.

What does gingerbread do to your body? ›

Surprising benefits

Research shows it may aid in digestion, reduce nausea and help fight the common cold and flu. It's also believed ginger may support weight management, help manage arthritis and may also alleviate menstrual symptoms. Molasses is another ingredient sometimes found in gingerbread.

Can ginger cookies upset your stomach? ›

Ginger cookies, which have ginger, sugar, flour, butter and other ingredients, may actually aggravate the condition, for example. NBC News Health and Nutrition Editor Madelyn Fernstrom echoed this advice. “Don't be fooled by most holiday treats that sound like they can help an upset stomach,” she said.

What does ginger biscuits do to the body? ›

Studies show that consumption of ginger biscuits may help regulate glucose levels and hence is recommended for diabetes. Ginger biscuits also have anti-inflammatory effects, thereby are important for problems like rheumatoid arthritis, bursitis, ulcerative colitis and bursitis.

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